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Oregon · Through 2025 Edition

ORS 163.709: Unlawful directing of light from a laser pointer.

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  1. 04 - Criminal Procedure, Crimes
  2. 16. Crimes and Punishments
  3. Chapter 163 — Offenses Against Persons

(1) A person commits the offense of unlawful directing of light from a laser pointer if the person knowingly directs light from a laser pointer at another person without the consent of the other person and the other person is:

      (a) A peace officer as defined in ORS 161.015 who is acting in the course of official duty; or

      (b) A uniformed private security professional as defined in ORS 181A.840 who is on duty.

      (2) The offense described in this section, unlawful directing of light from a laser pointer, is a Class A misdemeanor.

      (3) As used in this section, “laser pointer” means a device that emits light amplified by the stimulated emission of radiation that is visible to the human eye.

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